The Mission of Notre Dame High School

2014-2015Annual Fund Appeal

Notre Dame High School educates young women to become confident, compassionate Christian leaders. Each student is guided to reach the fullness of her potential and to use her

gifts to make a difference in the world around her.

Notre Dame High School provides a college preparatory program to girls from diverse backgrounds through an

environment of differentiated instruction.

In the spirit of the School Sisters of Notre Dame and in response to the mission of Jesus in the Catholic tradition,

students are educated to integrate lifelong learning, faith, and service into their lives.

Notre Dame High School320 East Ripa AvenueSaint Louis, MO 63125

(314) 544-1015www.ndhs.net

2014-2015 Financial Overview

TuitionSSND ContributionFundraisingFeesMiscellaneous

Total

$2,105,000$80,000

$296,000$74,600$3,500

$2,559,100

Tuition82.3%

Misc.0.1%

Fees2.9%

Fundraising11.6%

SSND Contribution3.1%

2014-2015 Financial FactsTuition $11,000Percentage of Students Receiving Financial Assistance 28%Total Need-Based Aid Provided $329,582

Budgeted Revenue Budgeted ExpensesEducational ProgramPlant OperationsStudent ServicesAdvancementAdministration

Total

$2,021,436$232,000$136,650$106,500$61,200

$2,557,786

Educational Program79.0%

Plant Operations9.1%

Student Services5.3%

Advancement4.2%

Administration2.4%

What is the Annual Fund?

“I support the Annual Fund because I believe in the mission of the school. I am confident that I would not be where I am today had it not been for Notre Dame. I think that all girls should have a fair chance to be a part of the Notre Dame experience.”

Julie Eidson Deno ‘01

The Annual Fund at Notre Dame High School is the “cornerstone” of our fundraising activities. It supports our mission of providing outstanding Catholic education to young women from diverse backgrounds, and it is the most direct way for alumnae, parents, friends, and family to support Notre Dame High School. Donations made to the Annual Fund will be used exclusively for this year’s operating costs, including: Tuition Assistance Student Life, Activities, and Programs Retreat Experiences Facilities Management Faculty and Staff Professional Development

Why are Annual Fund gifts important?We want to keep our tuition as affordable as possible so that a Notre Dame education is within reach for every young girl. Like nearly all Catholic high schools, this means that our tuition does not cover the full cost of a Notre Dame education. The difference between tuition and the full cost of education is called “the gap.”

This year, our tuition covers just 90% of the cost of a Notre Dame education, creating a “gap” of $1,200 per student. This gap must be covered through our various fundraising activities, including the Annual Fund Appeal.

2014-2015 Tuition: $11,000Total Cost to Educate a Student: $12,200

Difference/Gap: ($1,200)

How can I make a donation?You can make a donation by completing the enclosed envelope. You can also make a donation on our website, www.ndhs.net.

Are there certain giving levels?Please consider making a gift at one of these levels: Blessed Theresa Circle $10,000+ Mother Caroline Circle $5,000-$9,999 Sancta Maria Circle $2,500-$4,999 President’s Circle $1,000-$2,499 Principal’s Circle $500-$999 ND Rebel Club $250-$499 Friend of ND $100-$249 Supporter of ND $99 & under

Did you know...You can double or triple the impact of your gift if you or your spouse works for a company that matches gifts. Check with your employer or call (314) 544-1015 x 1103 for more information.

This year, we also ask you to consider an additional one-time gift to Firmly United, Committed to Our Future, a strategic initiative for Notre Dame High School.

Technology Upgrades:

Science Department Renovations and Enhancements:

Institutional Sustainability (includes increased need-based tuition assistance, additional financial support for our faculty, and strengthened marketing and recruitment:

Facilities Improvements to entranceways, gym, and theatre facilities:

Endowment Increase:

$150,000

$300,000

$550,000

$750,000

$250,000

“This is an important time in Notre Dame’s history. Firmly United, we strive to ensure that current and future generations of Notre Dame young women receive an exceptional education and the blessings of a lifetime association with our beloved school.”

Gail Mazanec Sneed ‘84 and Andy Pauk (Parent of Alumnae ’01, ‘03, ’08, and ‘12)

Strategic Initiative Co-Chairs

With the support of the entire Notre Dame High School community, Firmly United seeks to fund the following priority areas: